Roasted Harissa Acorn Squash
Roasted harissa acorn squash cooks in the oven in less than 25 minutes. This is a flavorful and easy recipe that only requires four ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 Acorn squash
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon harissa
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Wash and dry the acorn squash. Slice off the top stem section. Slice squash in half lengthwise and then scoop out the seeds. Slice squash into ½ inch slices.
- To a small bowl, add olive oil, harissa, and salt and stir to combine.
- Lay the squash slices on a foil-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Brush the harissa mixture on the squash slices. Flip each slice over, then brush mixture on the other side.
- Place in the oven and bake for 25 minutes until roasted and fork tender.
Notes
- For this recipe, you'll use the harissa condiment, not the powdered spice blend.
- This recipe serves 2-4 as a side dish. (2 if serving as the only side, 4 if serving with another side).
- The skin of acorn squash can be cooked and eaten.
- Ovens can cook differently. If squash is not tender, leave in for another 3-5 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 217kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 398mgPotassium: 776mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 842IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 73mgIron: 2mg
If nutrition info is shown, values are based on an online calculator and are estimates. Please verify using your own data.
Tried this recipe?Tag @foodbanjo on Instagram and share your photos!
